A WELCOME FROM MAYOR FINKAM
On behalf of the City of Carmel, I am delighted to welcome you to Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre’s Young Artists Production of Legally Blonde! Our city’s vibrant arts and cultural scene is a big part of what makes Carmel such a fantastic place to work, visit, and call home, and Civic theatre plays a key role in bringing that creative energy to life.
As the longest continuously operating community theatre in the United States, Civic Theatre has been a cultural cornerstone of Central Indiana since its founding in 1915, offering outstanding live entertainment to a broad and diverse audience. It is the largest community theatre in Indiana, and also ranks among the 10 largest in the country. Since 2011, Civic Theatre has called Carmel home, enriched our community and built a lasting legacy. We are fortunate to have Civic as one of the pillar organizations within our beautiful Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts.
Civic Theatre’s programs cater to all ages and interests. The Junior Civic program introduces young people, from toddlers to teens, to theatre skills and life lessons - such as discipline, self-confidence, and teamwork - that help build a stronger community. Each year, Civic delivers 90 performances and provides more than 500 opportunities for volunteers and professionals to participate onstage and behind the scenes in a high-caliber setting, with access to cutting-edge equipment and facilities—right here in the heart of Carmel!
I encourage everyone to enjoy the remarkable shows and educational programs that Civic Theatre offers. My heartfelt thanks go to the staff, crew, volunteers and patrons who make the Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre such an important cultural partner in our community.
Enjoy the show!
Mayor Sue Finkam City of Carmel
DIRECTOR’S NOTE
At first glance, LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL! may seem like a fun, pink, high-energy musical comedy (and trust me, it is all of those things), but beneath the glitter lies a story about empowerment, identity, and the importance of staying true to yourself.
At its core, this show is about growing into the person you were meant to be—not the person the world expects you to be. And for a group of teenagers who are in the midst of figuring out who they are and who they want to become, this story couldn’t be more timely. Elle Woods begins the show thinking she has to change everything about herself to be taken seriously. But over the course of her journey, she discovers that her strength comes not from pretending to be someone else, but from embracing who she already is.
Directing this show with a cast of teens has been nothing short of inspiring. These students have worked tirelessly to bring this production to life with passion, creativity, and courage. They’ve explored not just the humor and style of the show, but its emotional core. They’ve challenged themselves to step into characters with boldness, vulnerability, and joy.
Every moment of this process has been driven by teamwork, trust, and a shared belief in telling this story with honesty and heart. This show is a true collaboration between myself, Music Director Jennie Kistner, and Choreographer/YAP Coordinator Anne Beck. Thank you both for your friendship, artistry, and collaboration. Their work is, as ever, impressive to say the least.
And to the families and supporters in the audience: thank you for encouraging these young performers to follow their passions and to take creative risks. Your support means more than you know.
So, whether you’re here for the laughs, the music, or a good “Bend and Snap”, I invite you to look a little deeper. Laugh with us, cheer with us, and maybe, just maybe, leave the theater feeling a little braver, a little bolder, and a little more legally unstoppable.
Enjoy the show!
Emily Rogge Tzucker
MICHAEL J. LASLEY
EXECUTIVE
LEGALLY BLONDE
Based
DAIMON ANDERSON NYA BECK
IZZY ELLIS OZZY HEATH AUSTIN LIZAMA
NOAH ACHTERBERG
DYLAN ACQUAVIVA
ETHAN ANDERSON
JALEN BALDWIN
CARLY BENNER
KATE BOICE
JACKSON COLEMAN
JACKSON DUNCAN
CALLIE EISNGER
SAMANTHA FRANCIS
NOA GAITHER
COHEN GEESAMAN
NOAH GREER
SEAN HAYNIE
ANDREW HORRAS
MICAH HUNDLEY
LAWSON LEAVELL
LYRA MONTALVO
THOMAS MURRAY
SENI OSUNTOKUN
SAM SCHOTT
RORY SEMLER
OCTOBER STITT
LANDON STORM
COLE SULLIVAN
CAMILLE TWITCHELL
BLAKE VALENTINE
COLE WEESNER
MYAH YOST
CAST
Elle Nya Beck
Emmett
Ozzy Heath
Warner Austin Lizama
Margot
Addie Clark
Serena Anne Nooning
Pilar Jade Youree
Paulette
Sydney Pinchouck
Vivienne Savanna Lindsay
Brooke/Kate Izzy Ellis
Enid Matilda Hayes
Callahan
Saleswoman, Elle’s Mom, Perfume Girl 1
Store Manager, Judge, Perfume Girl 2
Leilani, Delta Nu
Whitney, Chutney, Bookish Client
Daimon Anderson*
Myah Yost
Carly Benner
Lyra Montalvo
Kate Boice
Kiki Hair Salon, District Attorney Noa Gaither
Delta Nu
Elle’s Dad, Lowell
Callie Eisinger, October Stitt, Samantha Francis, Seni Osuntokun, Camille Twitchell, Rory Semler
Jackson Duncan Pforzheimer, Prison Guard
Sean Haynie
Winthrop, Stenographer Cohen Geesaman
Aaron Schultz, TV Reporter
Boris Yosoporvich
Dewey, Grandmaster Chad
Jackson Coleman
Thomas Murray
Andrew Horras
Kyle Micah Hundley
Nikos
Yiorgos
“Serious” Violinist
Dylan Acquaviva Noah Achterberg** Jalen Baldwin
ENSEMBLE
Zaylee Jaliwala** Lawson Leavell
*Performing Interns
PRODUCTION STAFF
Sound Engineer Pat Gibbs
Projection Programming Michael J. Lasley
Intimacy & Fight Coordinator Emily Rogge Tzucker
Fight Captain Daimon Anderson
Properties Coordinator Jennifer D. Sutton
Dog Trainer Jennifer D. Sutton
Dance Captain Noah Greer
Assistant Dance Captains Rory Selmer, Andrew Horras
**Swings
Noah Greer*
Landon Storm
Ethan Anderson
Sam Schott
Blake Valentine Cole Weesner
YAP Alumni Interns - Daimon Anderson (Acting/Directing), Noah Greer (Choreography), Claire Kauffman (Production)
Deck Crew Sydnie Blair, Nate Bordenkecher, Molly Faris, Lance Gratner
Spot Operators Harper Gibbs, Haley Hiday, Mike Wadelton, Sue Kuehnhold, Zooka Cestance
Light Board Operator Sydnie Blair, Deena Fogle, Sue Kuehnhold, Sarah Smurthwaite
Costume Assistant Jessica Palmer
Costume Volunteers Rose Rosembalm, Cheryl Conces
Audition Coordinator Brianne Williams
Tarkington Technical Director Joshua Hasty
SCENES & SONGS
ACT ONE
Scene 1: UCLA Delta Nu Sorority House/Mall/Elle’s Door
Omigod You Guys Margot, Serena, Pilar, Delta Nu’s, Shopgirl, Manager
Scene 2: Restaurant
Serious Warner, Elle
Scene 3: Delta Nu Sorority House/Golf Course/Harvard Law School Admissions Office
Daughter of Delta Nu Margot, Serena, Pilar, Kate and Delta Nu’s What You Want Elle, Margot, Serena, Pilar, Kate, Mom, Dad, Grandmaster Chad, Winthrop, Pforzheimer, Lowell, Delta Nu’s and Company
Scene 4: Harvard Yard
The Harvard Variations
Scene 5: Callahan’s Classroom
Emmett, Aaron, Enid, Boris, and Harvard Students
Blood in the Water Callahan and Company
Scene 6: Harvard Yard
Positive Elle, Margot, Serena, Pilar, Greek Chorus
Scene 7: The Hair Affair
Ireland Paulette
Ireland (Reprise) Paulette
Scene 8: Harvard Party
Serious (Reprise) Elle, Warner
Scene 9: Harvard Yard/Elle’s Room/Callahan’s Classroom
Chip On My Shoulder
Scene 10: Dewey’s Trailer
Scene 11: Harvard Hallway
Emmett, Elle, Greek Chorus and Company
So Much Better Elle, Greek Chorus and Company
15 Minute Intermission
ACT TWO
Scene 1: Conference Room of Hearne, Fox, Zyskowski & Callahan/Women’s Prison
Whipped Into Shape Brooke, Callahan and Company
Scene 2: Hansen-Harkness Department Store
Take It Like A Man Elle, Emmett, Salesperson
Scene 3: The Hair Affair
Bend and Snap
Scene 4: Courtroom
Elle, Paulette, Serena, Margot, Pilar, Salonfolk
Gay or European Elle, Callahan, Emmett, Brooke, Vivienne, Warner, Enid, Judge, Nikos, Yiorgos and Company
Scene 5: Callahan’s Office/Elle’s Door
Legally Blonde Elle, Emmett
Scene 6: The Hair Affair
Legally Blonde Remix
Scene 7: Courtroom/Bathroom of the Wyndham Mansion
Vivienne, Enid, Elle, Company
Scene of the Crime Elle and Company
Scene 8: Harvard Law Gradustion
Find My Way/Finale Elle, Paulette and Company
Woodwinds
ORCHESTRA
*Denotes Section Leader
Orchestra Manager Al French*
Mary Bowman*, Dave Paulson
Trumpets
Steve Pfoser*, Macy Stewart
Trombone
Michael Haisten
Violin
Angela Ruch
Guitar
Eddie McGlaughlin
Bass Al French*
Drums
Stephanie Carter*, Dave Robbins
Percussion
Greg Wolff
Keyboards
Lisa Halcomb, Brandon Vos, Deb Ward
Rehearsal Pianist
Deb Ward
Richard H. Blake
CAST BIOS
NOAH ACHTERBERG (ENSEMBLE/SWING)
Noah is thrilled to join the cast of LEGALLY BLONDE! He is a rising freshman at Carmel High School and has been a proud member of Jr. Civic Company for the past two years. Most recently he joined the mainstage cast of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT and last summer he was featured as Gill in FINDING NEMO JR. He has also been cast in ELF and NEWSIES JR. at Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre. He would like to thank the directors for this incredible opportunity and hopes you love the show!
DYLAN ACQUAVIVA (ENSEMBLE)
Dylan is a sophomore at Zionsville Community High School and is thrilled to be in his first YAP production! Some of his previous roles with Civic include: Bruce (FINDING NEMO JR.), Michael Hobbs (ELF), and Scut Farcus (A CHRISTMAS STORY). When he’s not on the stage he enjoys biking with friends. He would like to thank Anne Beck, Emily Tzucker, and Jennie Kistner for this amazing opportunity!
DAIMON ANDERSON (CALLAHAN)
Daimon is a YAP alumni and is extremely excited to be Professor Callahan in LEGALLY BLONDE at YAP! They go to Ball State University and are a rising senior. As a performer, they wish to spread compassion and empathy to people. They also wish to tell impactful stories about themselves and others. Credits include: DYING CITY by Christopher Shinn (Peter/Craig); CABARET (Max); 42ND STREET (Julian Marsh); SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER (Tony Manero). Please enjoy LEGALLY BLONDE at YAP!
ETHAN ANDERSON (“SERIOUS” VIOLINIST)
Ethan Anderson is thrilled to be part of the cast, showcasing his serious violin talent! This is his second production with Civic Theatre, following his debut in NEWSIES JR. (Wiesel). Past roles include Cogsworth in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and pit orchestra in THE LITTLE MERMAID. An upcoming junior at Fishers High School, Ethan is excited to continue his involvement in Electrum varsity show choir as assistant vocal captain. Ethan wants to thank the incredible cast, friends, family, and the Civic team for their support. Also, a huge thank you to the audience for supporting local talent. Enjoy the show!
JALEN BALDWIN (ENSEMBLE)
Jalen Baldwin began acting in the fourth grade at the Roots School of Theatre and is now 17 years old. Over the years, he has taken part in five productions at Roots and has spent the past three years performing with Civic. His credits include roles in ELF, MATILDA, and A CHRISTMAS STORY. This summer, Jalen is thrilled to be part of LEGALLY BLONDE and feels thankful for the opportunities he’s had and the close-knit community he’s found along the way.
NYA BECK (ELLE)
Nya is beyond thrilled to be back on Civic’s stage in this summer’s production of LEGALLY BLONDE and grateful for every opportunity to grow on stage and off! She’ll be a junior at Fishers High School next year, and has appeared in past Civic productions such as MATILDA, ANNIE, MEAN GIRLS, and CATS. Each production, master class and rehearsal has deepened her love for theatre and the amazing community that comes with it. Nya would like to thank Emily and Mamma K for pushing her to new heights, and her Mom and Dad for being the world’s best support system!
CARLY BENNER (STORE MANAGER, JUDGE, PERFUME GIRL 2)
Carly Benner is a recent graduate of Zionsville Community High School. She was a member of the Zionsville Show Choirs, and this is her fourth year with YAP. Next year, she plans to attend the University of Tennessee to study nursing. She would like to thank her family and friends for all their support.
KATE BOICE (WHITNEY, CHUTNEY, BOOKISH CLIENT)
Kate is thrilled to return to the Civic stage! Previous Civic credits: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, CATS, MATILDA, MEAN GIRLS, and THE MUSIC MAN. Regional Credits: MARY POPPINS and JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Beef and Boards, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Indiana Repertory Theatre (IRT). Kate was last seen in 9 TO 5 (Doralee), ALMOST MAINE (Glory), and THE ADDAMS FAMILY (Wednesday). Kate is the dance captain for the Noblesville Singers, president of Noblesville BC2M, and is the chair state thespian officer for the Indiana Thespian Society. Kate would like to thank the directing team, crew, and cast for this wonderful experience!
ADDIE CLARK (MARGOT)
Addie is thrilled to be a part of her 2nd YAP show! Some of her favorite experiences performing include playing Sillabub last summer in CATS here at Civic and playing Ariel in her high schools production of THE LITTLE MERMAID. She has been involved in the arts since she was 6 years old and loves being in one of her school’s varsity show choirs, Fishers Sound. Many thanks to everyone who made this show happen and all of her loved ones!
JACKSON COLEMAN (AARON SCHULTZ, TV REPORTER)
Jackson Coleman is a rising senior at Zionsville Community High school. This is his third year participating in the YAP program. He would like to thank his family and friends for their support, and Anne Beck for giving him the opportunity to be a part of this amazing cast.
JACKSON DUNCAN (ELLE’S DAD, LOWELL)
Jackson is a rising sophomore at Zionsville Community High School. He is thrilled to be spending his second summer with Civic’s YAP program. Most recently, Jackson held the role of Benjamin in Civic’s 10th production of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT. Other mainstage favorites include Ralphie Parker in A CHRISTMAS STORY and Alexei Romanov in ANASTASIA. Jackson is a current member of The Royalaires at Zionsville Community High School and proud alumni of the Jr. Civic program. Jackson would like to sincerely thank his family, friends and the entire Civic team for always supporting him.
CALLIE EISINGER
(DELTA
NU)
Callie Eisinger is thrilled to be in her second YAP production. She has previously been a pit singer/swing in last year’s CATS, along with many school performances. She is also entering her third year in her show choir, Fishers Sound. She is so grateful for the amazing cast and directors of this show!
IZZY ELLIS (BROOKE/KATE)
Izzy Ellis is 16 years old and so excited to be part of LEGALLY BLONDE. Izzy’s favorite experiences at Civic include playing Ariel in THE LITTLE MERMAID JR., understudying Gloria in WAIT UNTIL DARK, and being in the ensemble of ELF. She has loved and been involved in theatre since she was 5, and enjoys being in her school’s varsity unisex show choir, Fishers Sound. YAP has proven to be an incredibly special program and Izzy is so excited for the show. A big thank you to her loved ones for their support and all involved with the show.
SAMANTHA
FRANCIS (DELTA NU)
Samantha Francis, an upcoming senior, is excited to be in her first Civic show as a Delta Nu. She is also involved in Hamilton Southeastern High School’s Drama Club, and the advanced choirs Royal Edition and Royal Sensation. Samantha would like to thank the directors for this amazing opportunity and her family for support! She hopes you enjoy the show!
NOA GAITHER (KIKI HAIR SALON, DISTRICT ATTORNEY)
Noa is so excited to be participating in both YAP Civic Shows (REVUE and LEGALLY BLONDE) for her first experience with the theatre. Most recently Noa has taken part in HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION at Lawrence North High School as apart of the Dancer/Worker Chorus, but you may have also seen her in the 2024-2025 season in either of LN’s show choirs. She would like to thank her friends, choir directors, and her mother especially for their endless support.
COHEN GEESAMAN (WINTHROP, STENOGRAPHER)
This is Cohen’s third Civic show! His favorite ones he’s been in are Pouncival in CATS and Scuttle in THE LITTLE MERMAID. He’s done 2 years in show choir at Fishers High School and is so excited to show you all the skills he’s picked up through it!
NOAH GREER (NIKOS, DANCE CAPTAIN)
Noah Greer is incredibly thrilled to be returning to YAP this summer not only to perform but also to dive into the creative process! Noah is currently a student at Ball State University where he studied dance but is super excited to be making the transition to study musical theatre in the fall. Noah was recently seen in Summer Stock Stage’s production of THE PROM where he made his professional debut earlier this summer, but some other credits include: Dance Captain/Ensemble in WHITE CHRISTMAS (Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre), and Mungojerrie in CATS (YAP Civic Theatre). He is so honored to be apart of this show and would like to thank Anne Beck for giving him this opportunity. He hopes everyone enjoys the show!
MATILDA HAYES (ENID)
Matilda is very excited to play Enid In LEGALLY BLONDE. Matilda is 15 years old and is a rising sophomore at North Central High School. Matilda has been seen as Sister Mary Martin of Tours in SISTER ACT, Grover in THE LIGHTNING THIEF, Goggles kid in A CHRISTMAS STORY, and REVUE. Matilda is an active member of the North Central Descants. Matilda would like to thank her friends and family for always supporting her. Matilda would also like to thank the cast and crew of LEGALLY BLONDE for making the magic of live theater possible!
SEAN HAYNIE (PFORZHEIMER, PRISON GUARD)
This is Sean’s first production with Civic Theatre and he’s thrilled and grateful to be working with such an amazing cast, crew, and production team! Sean has had the opportunity to perform in many other shows, and recently could be seen in Footlite’s production of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND (Ensemble) and Lawrence North’s production of HADESTOWN (Ensemble). Sean loves to sing classically and would like to thank his vocal teacher, Brianne Lindsay, as well as his family, friends, and other past and current mentors for supporting him in all his artistic endeavors. He hopes you enjoy the show!
OZZY HEATH (EMMETT)
Ozzy Heath is a rising college Freshman attending Purdue University on a Pre-Law track next year (very fitting). He attended Lebanon High School, and has played roles in many productions in and outside of Lebanon such as Jack Kelly (NEWSIES), Christopher Boone (THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME), and in Summer Stock’s production of THE MUSIC MAN as Dance Ensemble. He hopes you enjoy the show!
ANDREW HORRAS (DEWEY, GRANDMASTER CHAD,
ASST. DANCE CAPTAIN)
Andrew is excited to perform in his third YAP show! Some of his past roles include Rum Tum Tugger in the musical CATS at Civic Theatre and Will Bloom in the musical BIG FISH at FHS. Andrew will be a junior at Fishers High School and is a section leader in the show choir Electrum. He wants to thank Anne Beck and the entire Civic staff for the amazing opportunities to perform on this stage. Most importantly, he wants to thank his family and friends for their continued support as he works toward his dream of performing on Broadway.
MICAH HUNDLEY (KYLE)
Micah is a rising senior at Zionsville Community High School and is very excited to return to YAP this summer and participate in LEGALLY BLONDE! Micah is a dance captain of Zionsville’s Royalaires, and has been a part of various musical productions in the past years. He is very grateful for the opportunities YAP has given him and the community it provides. He would like to thank his family, friends, Anne Beck, and the directing team for all their support!
ZAYLEE JALIWALA (SWING/ENSEMBLE)
Zaylee is thrilled to be a part of YAP’s production of LEGALLY BLONDE! An incoming freshman at Carmel High School, she began her musical theatre journey at age eight and has been in more than 30 productions. Past roles include Anya/Anastasia (ANASTASIA YOUTH EDITION), Lydia Deetz (BEETLEJUICE JR.), Regina George (MEAN GIRLS JR.), and Elsa (FROZEN JR.). She most recently played Mayzie La Bird in SEUSSICAL JR. As a dancer, Zaylee performed with the Ballet Initiative’s productions of SLEEPING BEAUTY AND THE ENCHANTED JEWELS and NUTCRACKER WITH A TWIST. She would like to thank her family and friends, Roots’ School of Theatre, and The Ballet Studio of Carmel.
LAWSON LEAVELL (ENSEMBLE)
Lawson Leavell is a rising freshman at Mt. Vernon High School where he stays active in MV Theatre. Lawson is excited to make his YAP debut this summer! Recent Civic roles include Mr. Mayor in SEUSSICAL JR., Children’s Choir Captain in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, and Children’s Ensemble in WHITE CHRISTMAS. He enjoys learning to play guitar and piano as well as playing basketball and video games when he’s not on stage. He’d like to thank Anne and Emily for this opportunity! Love to his family for their support!
SAVANNA LINDSAY (VIVIENNE)
Savanna is a recent graduate of ZCHS, and is excited to study Vocal Performance and Illustration at BYU in the fall. This is her first musical with Civic, and is thrilled to join the cast as Vivienne! Her recent roles include Evangeline Harcourt in ANYTHING GOES and Alice Sycamore in YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU, as well as involvement in REVUE, Royalaires, and BYU’s Choral and Vocal Institute. She hopes you enjoy the show as much as she loves performing in it!
AUSTIN LIZAMA (WARNER)
Austin Lizama has just graduated from Zionsville High School and plays Warner Huntington III! Austin has been in several musicals and always loves working with Civic as he has been in shows like FROZEN JR. as Kristoff, 42ND STREET as Pat Denning, MEAN GIRLS as Coach Carr, and CATS as Munkustrap. Austin is so grateful to be working alongside such talented actors and lead by amazing directors. He wishes to say thank you to both his sister and mom for never missing a show and being his biggest supporters.
LYRA MONTALVO (LEILANI, DELTA NU)
Lyra Montalvo is going to be a Junior at Fishers High School. Lyra is passionate about music and often spends her time writing, playing piano, going to dance class, and hanging out with her friends. This will be Lyra’s third year being part of the YAP program. Lyra loves her YAP family and thanks Anne Beck and all of Civic’s staff for always supporting her. Lyra is so excited for everyone to see this fabulous show. She feels so grateful for being able to spend her summer with friends while also being able to learn from this amazing program.
THOMAS MURRAY (BORIS YOSOPORVICH)
Thomas is thrilled to be in YAP’s production of LEGALLY BLONDE! A junior at Zionsville Community High School, he is a member of show choir. Favorite past roles include Schwartz (A CHRISTMAS STORY) and Franz Klinemann (ROCK OF AGES). Thank you to the whole team at Civic for such an enjoyable experience this summer. Enjoy the show!
ANNE NOONING (SERENA)
Anne is so thrilled to be a part of LEGALLY BLONDE as her 4th and final YAP show! Anne has been involved with theatre since the 3rd grade and has loved performing with Civic since 6th grade through Jr. Civic. She is a recent graduate from Zionsville Community High School where she performed with the Royalaires and in the musicals. Anne will be attending Purdue University in the fall. She is so grateful to be on the Civic stage again one last time this summer in Legally Blonde and hopes you enjoy the show!!
SENI OSUNTOKUN (DELTA NU)
Hi! My name is Seni Osuntokun. I’m a rising senior at Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School with a passion for musical theatre, reading, and dance. I also love going to the movie theatre— Tangled is my all-time favorite film! Outside of school, I stay active through dance and love being involved in creative projects. I’m excited about continuing to grow as a performer and student in my final year of high school.
SYDNEY PINCHOUCK (PAULETTE)
Sydney Pinchouck is thrilled to be back with YAP for LEGALLY BLONDE! Sydney is a recent Hamilton Southeastern High School graduate, and in the fall she will be studying journalism at Miami University. Previously at Civic, you may have seen Sydney in MEAN GIRLS, THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK, 42ND STREET, or MARY POPPINS. Some other favorites include playing Roxie Hart in CHICAGO and Miss Adelaide in GUYS AND DOLLS at HSEHS. You can find her original music under Sydney Renée everywhere you get music. Thanks to the directors for this opportunity. She hopes you enjoy the show! @sydneyreneemusic
SAM SCHOTT (ENSEMBLE)
Sam Schott is an emerging stage actor from Fishers High School with a passion for musical theatre. Since 2021, he has excelled as both an actor and performer. Notable productions include Prince Eric in THE LITTLE MERMAID (2024), REVUE at Civic Theatre (2024), and Darcy in NEWSIES JR. (2023). A talented tenor/baritone with a vocal range of E2-A4, Sam is skilled in hip hop, modern, and partner dancing. He will serve as Dance Captain for Fishers Electrum and President of Fishers Rogue in the 25-26 school year. Sam is dedicated to furthering his craft on and off stage.
RORY SELMER (DELTA NU, ASST. DANCE CAPTAIN)
Rory is thrilled to be a part of her first YAP show! She’s been in love with music since she was little and started performing at age 8. She’s heading into her third year with Fishers Sound show choir and is honored to serve as a head vocal captain next year. Some of her favorite theatre moments include being Dance Captain in THE LITTLE MERMAID at Fishers High School and playing both Race and Crutchie in NEWSIES. Huge thanks to her amazing family, friends, and mentors for their constant love and support!
OCTOBER STITT (DELTA NU)
This is October’s first production at Civic! They are so excited to be a part of such a wonderful show! They were recently Fate 2 in HADESTOWN at Lawrence North High School, as well as being in numerous other productions and activities in school. October plans to attend University of Kentucky for Dance in the Fall! They hope you enjoy the show!
LANDON STORM (YIORGOS)
Landon attends Avon High School where he’s apart of NHSDA and co-choreographed troupe #8320’s JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN; choreography includes “The Cell Block Tango” (AHS Adv. Tech). Recently, he performed MEAN GIRLS JR. on the main stage of JTF ATL with The Biz! in front of 7000+ people. Credits: The Cat in the Hat (SEUSSICAL), Ms. Trunchbull (MATILDA), Michael (ELF), Sonny (GREASE), Male Swing (CHICAGO), Queen Elizabeth (SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE) etc… Shoutouts: God, Family, Friends, Alyssa & Avon Dance, Jeff & Jan, Lady Gaga, and AVP, his fierce bevel and high right kick twin - Enjoy!
CAMILLE TWITCHELL (DELTA NU)
Camille is super excited to be part of LEGALLY BLONDE. Her past shows include CATS, MEAN GIRLS, ANYTHING GOES, and ROCK OF AGES. She would like to thank the cast, crew, and family for their support, and she plans to attend Florida State University this fall.
BLAKE VALENTINE (ENSEMBLE)
Blake Valentine is a rising senior at Noblesville High School and thrilled to be part of LEGALLY BLONDE! This marks his 22nd production and second show with Civic, following his performance in the REVUE company earlier this summer. At school, he was recently seen as Pete in ALMOST, MAINE and earned a state championship at the Indiana Thespian Conference for his role as Wiley in WILEY AND THE HAIRY MAN. Blake is also a member of the NHS Singers, Noblesville’s varsity show choir, and enjoys directing. He thanks the directing team for the opportunity to be part of this production.
COLE WEESNER (ENSEMBLE)
Cole will be a Junior at Brownsburg High School and is super excited to be in this production of LEGALLY BLONDE! This is Cole’s 3rd summer with YAP after previously being a part of both CATS and MEAN GIRLS. Along with those shows he also appeared as Bruce in MATILDA and THE PROM on the Civic main stage. He has had countless roles in shows with The Biz Academy, with the most recent being Aaron in MEAN GIRLS JR. He couldn’t have asked for a better group of people to spend his summer with and hopes you enjoy the show!
MYAH YOST (SALESWOMAN, ELLE’S MOM, PERFUME GIRL 1)
This will be Myah’s 5th show with the YAP program. She has been in Jr. Civic productions as well as the YAP shows, SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER, 42ND STREET, MEAN GIRLS, and CATS. Myah has just graduated Carmel High School, and has been a part of the Carmel Choir program for the past four years. She will be attending IU Bloomington in the fall.
JADE YOUREE (PILAR)
Hiii!! I’m Jade Youree, an 18-year-old passionate about singing and dancing. My journey began with gymnastics and dance, which I adore. I later ventured into cheerleading and discovered my love for show choir, where I can enjoy both singing and dancing. Recently, I’ve developed a passion for musicals, which I find even more thrilling. The stage has always been my home, and I thrive on the energy of the audience! <3
EMILY ROGGE TZUCKER (DIRECTOR)
STAFF BIOS
Emily is thrilled to be directing at Civic this season and is so grateful to be a part of the Civic family as both a director and teaching artist. She brings over two decades of acting, directing, and teaching experience to the director’s chair. Most recently she directed PRIDE & PREJUDICE this season and directed/adapted ROMEO & JULIET last season at Civic. Past directing credits include: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM, A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL!, YAP’s production of 42ND STREET, WAIT UNTIL DARK, PRIDE & PREJUDICE (2021), MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, A CHORUS LINE, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, CABARET, and THE PAJAMA GAME. She is also excited to remount/direct A CHRISTMAS STORY at Civic this season and direct THE SCARLET LETTER. A native Hoosier, she has worked professionally onstage and off in NYC, Los Angeles, and regionally. Some of her favorite roles include Kate in KISS ME, KATE!, Antigone, and Luisa Contini in NINE. Emily spent fifteen years as a professor of acting at Ball State University and West Chester University where she taught Shakespeare, musical theatre acting, clowning, and acting techniques. She received her BFA in Acting from Denison University and her MFA in Acting from the University of California, Irvine. She lives here in Carmel with her husband Jeff and their two amazing children, Alice and Nate. Thanks to Michael and Anne for another great summer at Civic!
JENNIE POE KISTNER (MUSIC DIRECTOR/CONDUCTOR)
Jennie Kistner has a degree in Choral Music Education from Ball State University. After teaching choir in the schools and directing with the Indianapolis Children’s Choir for years, she is now a full-time voice teacher, audition coach, and musical director. Jennie teaches voice lessons at North Central and Brownsburg High School as well as maintaining a home studio. She is also an instructor with Dance Fit Squad based in the Zionsville/Whitestown area. She has performed in over 50 musicals and operas throughout the years, and is often seen onstage at Civic rather than behind the scenes. YAP is one of her favorite times of the year, and she can’t wait for you to see this phenomenal cast.
ANNE BECK (CHOREOGRAPHER)
Anne is an accomplished choreographer, director and performer. Anne currently serves as the coordinator of Civic’s Young Artists Program. Credits include:
Broadway: Original Broadway Company of SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER, alongside today’s renowned choreographers, including Andy Blankenbeuhler, Casey Nicholaw, and Josh Prince. National Tours: THE WHO’S TOMMY (as Sally Simpson), SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER (as Stephanie Mangano), and GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES (with Barbara Eden). Other favorite credits include Cassie in A CHORUS LINE, Bombalurina in CATS, Catherine in PIPPIN, and more. She also dedicated eight years of her career to instructing at STEPS in NYC.
Anne’s list of co-stars and collaborators includes notable names like Judy Kaye, Rachel York, Beth Leavel, George Wendt, John Waters, Hal Linden, Sandi Patty, Gary Beach, Micky Dolenz, Broadway’s Phantom Ben Crawford, Original LEGALLY BLONDE cast members Andy Karl and Orfeh, and many others. Special thanks to dear friend Richard Blake who was the original Warner Huntington the Third for inspiring our Young Artists during the audition process and again during dress rehearsals. She has directed and choreographed over 150 musical productions across the United States. and taught internationally in locations such as Sardinia (Italy), Modena (Italy), Mexico City, Toronto, Ontario, and Calgary.
For Civic, Anne has directed MAMMA MIA, THE MUSIC MAN, SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER, ANNIE, THE CAT IN THE HAT, MARY POPPINS, GUYS AND DOLLS, ANASTASIA and THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Many thank you to Civic Staff, tech, crew, designers, parents, patrons, our all-female directorial and rehearsal staff who make this possible! Anne is so proud of these amazing young artists. And although I do not cast the show, as a mom I am proud of my daughter playing Elle. After a tough year holds her head high. I love you sweet girl. Keep sharing your kind heart you give everyone you come across.
JENNIFER D. SUTTON (STAGE MANAGER)
JENNIFER D. SUTTON (Stage Manager) is excited to be returning to Civic as SM after stage managing THE CAT IN THE HAT and THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK in 2023. Some other SM credits include SALT, PEPPER, KETCHUP and THE BROTHERS PARANORMAL at Fonseca Theatre, LA CASA AZUL, THE MUSICAL with Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre at Phoenix Theater, and the 2019 IndyFringe favorite VINNY! THE POOH. Jennifer would like to thank Anne, Emily, Allison, and Michael for their trust and leadership; Joanne Johnson and Janet Sutton for their coverage, advice, and support; work bestie, Sarah, for finally agreeing to drive all this way and do crew for a show after Jennifer promised her she would stop asking and then turned around and asked her anyway; and finally to dog handling cast members, Addie, Anne, Noa, Micah, Sydney and Andrew for their fantastic work with the dogs and Anne and Karen for trusting their sweet angel babies, Ginger and Moira, with Jennifer’s dog training instruction. Jennifer is a founding member of the Astoria Performing Arts Company in Queens, New York and has a BFA in Theater from Millikin University.
ADRIENNE CONCES
(COSTUME DESIGN)
Adrienne has been the Resident Costume Designer for Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre since 2013. She received her B.S. and M.A. in Apparel Design and Historical Costume from Ball State University. Adrienne’s career first took her to Fort Lauderdale, FL, as the Costume Designer for the American Heritage Center for the Arts. While in south Florida, she also designed costumes for several competitive dance academies. She is now in her twelfth season with Civic, and some of her favorite Civic Theatre productions include THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, SPAMALOT, LITTLE WOMEN, and THE COLOR PURPLE. Adrienne strives to foster an inclusive and safe environment for everyone. She would like to thank her wonderful family, friends, and shop volunteers for all of their help and support!
DREW BRYSON (HAIR/WIGS DESIGN)
(He/They) is thrilled to be back in Indianapolis where he began his career in theatrical wig work in 2014. Broadway: BOOK OF MORMON, PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, SOME LIKE IT HOT; Off Broadway: KINKY BOOTS; Natl Tour: ANASTASIA, HAIRSPRAY, WAITRESS; Regional/Local: THE PROM, ELF THE MUSICAL, ROMEO AND JULIET, WHITE CHRISTMAS, PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, CURIOUS INCIDENT…, JOSEPH…DREAMCOAT (Civic). @hairbyblairofficial
RYAN KOHARCHIK (SCENIC & LIGHTING DESIGN)
Ryan is the Resident Scene and Lighting Designer for Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre and, from 1996 to the present, has served as the Resident Lighting Designer for the Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre. Some of his most notable productions for Civic Theatre include: MAMMA MIA, NEWSIES, THE MUSIC MAN, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, LES MISÉRABLES, THE DROWSY CHAPERON, PIPPIN, EVITA, AIDA, INTO THE WOODS, THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES, OKLAHOMA!, AND CITY OF ANGELS. Other credits include: DRIVING MISS DAISY, THE TURN OF THE SCREW, CYRANO, PAINTING CHURCHES, and many other productions for the Indiana Repertory Theatre, ANGELS IN AMERICA parts 1 & 2 and COMPANY for the Phoenix Theatre, and LA CASA AZUL for the Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre. Ryan holds an M.F.A. in Lighting Design from Boston University, and a BS in Theatre Design and Technology from Ball State University. Ryan would like to thank his beautiful and talented wife Mikayla and his two beautiful sons Reed and Rowan for their love and support.
MICHAEL J. LASLEY (EXECUTIVE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR/SOUND DESIGN)
Michael has been with Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre since 1990 and on January 8, 2025, he celebrated 35 years working at Civic with more than 250 productions in that time. He has literally done it all in his tenure from carpentry to directing and as Executive Artistic Director since 2016. In addition to serving as House Sound Designer for nearly every production since 1997, he served as Producing Director for 15 years, overseeing budgets and production timelines as well as staff. Michael has supervised physically moving Civic twice. As part of the move to Carmel he was a key member of the design and construction team for the Tarkington, Studio Theater and the support space – acting as the owner representative in all key decisions. Michael has directed more than 35 productions at Civic since 2000, including WAIT UNTIL DARK, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT (nine productions) RENT (2010 concert and 2022 production), THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, HAIRSPRAY, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, ELF THE MUSICAL and THE COLOR PURPLE. He has designed sound, lights, or scenery for most theatres in Indianapolis and has received awards for his sound designs from The Indianapolis Star and the League of Indianapolis Theatres. Michael has occasionally been seen on stage in such roles as Larry in COMPANY, Arthur in LOVE! VALOUR! COMPASSION! and Czolgosz in ASSASSINS, all at the Phoenix Theatre, Zach in A CHORUS LINE at Civic and in 2015 returned to the stage after 17 years in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR as Caiaphas – a role he recently reprised for Civic in Concert, the first Civic performance in the Palladium. Michael was born and raised in the Indianapolis area. He attended Avon High School, IUPUI and Ball State University. He lives in a 130(ish) year old house in downtown Indianapolis with his lovely wife of 31 years, Civic’s Communications Manager Marni Lemons – a third generation Civic performer.
LAURENCE O’KEEFE (COMPOSER)
Laurence O’Keefe received 2007 Tony and Drama Desk nominations for his work on Legally Blonde. Larry thanks all Blonde producers and creative team. He won the Ed Kleban Award, the ASCAP Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award and a Jonathan Larson award for his music and lyrics. Off-Broadway credits: Bat Boy: The Musical (Lucille Lortel, Richard Rodgers, Outer Critics’ Circle awards), which has received 100+ productions worldwide; music for Sarah, Plain and Tall, lyrics by Nell Benjamin (touring with TheatreWorksUSA). Co-author with Nell Benjamin of Cam Jansen (Drama Desk nomination) and The Mice. Larry is a product of his education with the Harvard Krokodiloes, the Hasty Pudding Theatricals, the Harvard Lampoon and the Actors’ Gang, but especially the incomparable Nell Benjamin.
NELL BENJAMIN (LYRICIST)
Nell co-wrote the score to Legally Blonde, the Musical with composer Laurence O’Keefe, which received Tony Award nominations, Drama Desk nominations, and the Olivier and Helpmann Awards for Best Musical.
Nell wrote the lyrics to Mean Girls, which received multiple Tony Award nominations, including for Best Original Score and Best Musical.
Nell’s play, The Explorers Club, won the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding OffBroadway Play, the Edgerton Foundation New American Plays Award, and an Alfred P. Sloan Foundation grant.
Nell has written book and/or lyrics for Pirates! (or Gilbert and Sullivan plunder’d), Sarah, Plain and Tall, Cam Jansen (Drama Desk-nominated), I Want My Hat Back, How I Became A Pirate, The Mice, Life of the Party and Because of Winn Dixie. Upcoming musicals are: Huzzah!, Life of the Party, Dave.
Television writing includes “Unhappily Ever After”, Animal Planet’s “Whoa! Sunday with Mo Rocca”, “Electric Company”, “Best Time Ever with Neil Patrick Harris”, “Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway”, “Julie’s Greenroom.” Benjamin is the recipient of the Kleban Foundation Award and a Jonathan Larson Grant.
HEATHER HACH (WRITER)
Heather received 2007 Tony and Drama Desk nominations for her work on Legally Blonde. Graduate of the University of Colorado, Boulder, School of Journalism. Worked at The New York Times Denver Bureau as a research assistant and Sports and Fitness Publishing in Boulder, Colorado, as a magazine editor. Member of Denver’s Comedy Sports improv comedy troupe. Worked on the TV shows “Caroline in the City” and “Dilbert.” Won Walt Disney Screenwriting Fellowship in 1999. Film credits include Disney’s “Freaky Friday” and “What to Expect When You’re Expecting.” Also wrote the young adult novel “Freaky Monday” with Mary Rodgers. Much love to friends and family, especially Jason, Harper and Drake.
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THE FIFTH THIRD BANK BOX OFFICE
At the Payne & Mencias Palladium
Located at the west entrance of the Palladium, off 3rd Avenue SW
The Payne & Mencias Palladium 1 Carter Green Carmel, IN 46032
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 12-4pm; 2 hours before Palladium performances
ACCESSIBILITY
At the Tarkington & Studio Theater
Located in the James Building lobby, off of Carter Green
The James Building 4 Carter Green Carmel, IN 46032
Hours: Open one hour before Tarkington and Studio Theater performances
Assisted Listening Devices - Individual Assisted Listening devices to amplify stage dialogue are available at the Box Office on a first come, first served basis at no charge. Signed performances will be offered for each mainstage production when requested, on designated show dates.
Inclusive Performances - Civic offers inclusive performances for each mainstage show. Learn more at civictheatre.org/accessibility.
Large-print programs - Large print programs are available for each mainstage production. Please see an usher or house manager for more information.
CONDUCT & LIABILITY
No Smoking - The Center for the Performing Arts Campus is smoke-free.
Electronic Devices - Use of cellular phones, pagers, cameras and recording devices is strictly prohibited in the theater. Please deactivate the sounds on any electronic device to avoid disrupting the performance.
Late Seating Policy - Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of house management. Video and Audio simulcast of the performance is available in the lobbies for your convenience.
Emergency Procedure - In the event of an emergency you will be instructed by an announcement indicating the best method of exit. Please note the multiple red exit signs. For your safety, please exit in a calm and orderly manner.
PEGGY CRANFILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY FUND
Peggy Cranfill was Civic’s Director of Education from 1997-2002 and taught in our classrooms for over a decade beyond that. Her devotion to arts education was contagious and unflappable. We dedicate Jr. Civic’s collection of children’s literature and classroom materials in loving memory of her and to the students who brought her so much joy. We thank the donors to the Peggy Cranfill Memorial Library Fund for their gracious support. If you would like to contribute to the Library Fund, please contact civic@civictheatre.org.
CIVIC THEATRE STAFF
MICHAEL J. LASLEY
EXECUTIVE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
CHRISTINE CARLISLE DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION
BRENT E. MARTY DIRECTOR OF MUSIC & EDUCATION
ANNE BECK YAP COORDINATOR
ADRIENNE CONCES RESIDENT COSTUME DESIGNER
ALLISON GIBBS PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER
RYAN KOHARCHIK RESIDENT SCENEOGRAPHER & TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
MARNI LEMONS COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
TESSA MONTGOMERY MARKETING MANAGER
JESSICA PALMER COSTUME ASSISTANT HOLLY STULTS EDUCATION PROGRAMS DIRECTOR
KARLA WALSWORTH FINANCE MANAGER
CIVIC THEATRE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
EXECUTIVE BOARD DIRECTORS
ELLEN R. ROGERS CHAIR
MARY C. BOWMAN CHAIR-ELECT
JOSHUA K. MALARSKY IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR
SCOTT S. LUC TREASURER
JEFFREY P. BOLDT SECRETARY
HONORARY DIRECTORS
DONALD E. KNEBEL CHAIR EMERITUS
KATHERINE B. APPEL
THOMAS W. BEELER
JASON R. BOYEWSKY
D. PETER DUNBAR
KRISTEN D. BOICE
MELISSA COHEN
ADRIANNE EPSTEIN
TAMMY HANEY
BRUCE HESLIN
MO MERHOFF
JOHN O’BRIEN
KRISTEN ROBERTSON ALI SHEPHERD
QUINN SHEPHERD
ROGER SINGH
ANN M. SOARDS
JAMES UPDIKE
JEFFREY E. GOOD
CONNIE HORWITZ
STEPHANIE C. KIM
TODD C. LADY
CHARLIE MORGAN
KATHERINE KRUSE
HILARY S. SALATICH
CAROLYN M. SCHAEFER
CHARLES P. SUTPHIN
LAURIE B. TANSELLE
LYNN C. TYLER
LYNN C. WILSON
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